There's a big problem in hospitals. Older patients sometimes act out and hurt doctors. But why does this happen? Maybe they don't understand what's going on. Or maybe they feel left out of decisions about their own health. Some people thought a TV show might help. They made a special program just for older patients. The idea was to teach them about their rights and ...
In the world of medicine, time is often of the essence, especially when it comes to the tiniest patients. Newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) often need swift and accurate diagnoses to guide their treatment. Traditionally, DNA testing has been a slow process, taking days to complete and only used for babies showing specific symptoms. But what if this ...
Missouri is making a big move in the world of sports betting. Starting December 1, ten sportsbooks will launch, and they're all bringing some pretty sweet deals to the table. This isn't just about the Kansas City Chiefs or the St. Louis Blues anymore. It's about betting on college football, the NFL, and even the NHL right from your phone. DraftKings is one of the bi...
A young traveler from China lost her life in Bali, and others got very sick. They were staying at a budget hostel in Canggu. Around 20 guests suffered from vomiting, diarrhea, chills, and trouble breathing. One of them, Leila Li, spent five days fighting for her life. The friend who died, Deqing Zhuoga, was found in her room, wearing just an unbuttoned blue shirt, su...
Brandon Buckingham, a well-known YouTuber, has turned to his fans for financial assistance due to a sudden and severe health crisis. He shared a video expressing his discomfort in asking for help but emphasized the urgency, given his responsibilities as a husband and a father to an 11-month-old baby. The YouTuber revealed that he was recently admitted to the ICU aft...
Sinonasal inverted papilloma, or SNIP, is a growth in the nose and sinuses. It's not cancer, but it can come back after treatment. Worse, it can turn into cancer. Doctors are trying to figure out why this happens. One clue might be dysplasia. This is when cells look abnormal under a microscope. The more abnormal they look, the higher the grade of dysplasia. But what...
In Concord, North Carolina, a joyful Christmas tree lighting ceremony took a dark turn when gunfire broke out. Four individuals were hurt in the chaos, with three in critical condition and one stable. The shooting, which happened around 7:30 p. m. on Union Street, was reportedly between two people who knew each other. Police have identified one shooter as 18-year-ol...
Chicago's festive Christmas tree lighting event took a grim turn when gunfire erupted downtown, leaving one person dead and eight teenagers hurt. The shootings happened near the Chicago Theater, just after 9:50 p. m. on Friday night. Seven young people, aged 13 to 17, were rushed to the hospital. Most were in good shape, but a 13-year-old was in fair condition. Cops...
Tatiana Schlossberg, a member of the well-known Kennedy family, has shared some tough news. She's only 35 years old and has been told she has just one year left to live. This comes after she was diagnosed with a serious type of cancer called acute myeloid leukemia. Tatiana found out about her illness after having her baby in May 2024. Doctors noticed something was o...
Parents are raising concerns about potential early cases of infant botulism linked to ByHeart baby formula. While health officials are currently investigating over 30 cases since August, some families claim their babies fell ill much earlier, possibly as far back as November 2024. California health officials have confirmed that six infants in the state were treated ...